How to use OVERKILL - The Autolisp Toolbox

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BURST Command

The BURST command in AutoCAD is used to "explode" blocks or attributes into their individual components while preserving the original properties, such as color, layer, and line type.

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What is the BURST Command?

BURST Command Best Practices

When to Use BURST

How to Use BURST Command

DIMJOGGED Command

The DIMJOGGED command in AutoCAD is used to create a jogged (or "jog") dimension line for circular objects, like arcs and circles, to represent the radius when the center point is off the drawing or otherwise inconvenient to display.

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What is the DIMJOGGED Command?

When to Use DIMJOGGED

How to Use DIMJOGGED

NCOPY Command

The NCOPY command in AutoCAD (short for Nested Copy) allows you to copy objects from an external reference (Xref) or block reference directly into the current drawing.

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What is the NCOPY Command?

When to use NCOPY

How to use NCOPY

OVERKILL Command

The OVERKILL command in AutoCAD is used to clean up and optimize drawings by removing redundant or duplicate geometry.

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What is the OVERKILL Command?

When to Use OVERKILL

How to use OVERKILL

Mastering the Wipeout Command

Among AutoCAD's vast array of tools is one often overlooked yet powerful command: Wipeout. This nifty feature can clean up your drawings by hiding parts of your work you don't want to showcase.

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What Is the Wipeout Command?

How To Implement the Wipeout Command

Understanding the Polyline Option

Exploring the FRAME Option

Demystifying the WIPEOUTFRAME Option

Integrating DRAWORDER with Wipeouts

Advanced Object Manipulation

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Object Linking and Embedding (OLE)

Parameterization

Group and Ungroup Objects

Layer States Manager

Automation and Efficiency

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Action Recorder

Customizable Keyboard Shortcuts

Scripts and LISP

AutoCAD App Store

Data Management and Collaboration

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External References (Xrefs)

Advanced Geometry and Drafting

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Parametric Equations

Less Known but Powerful Features

By exploring these lesser-known features, you can unlock the full potential of AutoCAD and become a more efficient and productive user.

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Command Aliases

Customization Examples

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Customizing the Ribbon Interface

Creating Custom Toolbars

Creating Custom Hatch Patterns

Creating Custom Linetypes

Creating and Using Macros

Powerful But Less Often Used Commands

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DIMSTYLE Editor

How to effectively use the DIMSTYLE editor to customize dimension styles

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How to effectively use the DIMSTYLE editor to customize dimension styles

Additional Resources

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Autodesk Knowledge Network

AutoCAD Blogs and Forums

EXPLODE

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Using the EXPLODE Command

PURGE

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WBLOCK

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DIMSTYLE

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Customizing Dimension Styles

Hidden Keyboard Shortcuts

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Hidden Keyboard Shortcuts

AutoCAD Secrets – Master the Hidden Gems

How to Use OVERKILL:

Initiate the command:
- Type OVERKILL in the command line and press Enter.
- Alternatively, select it from the cursor menu drop down.

- Alternatively, access it from the Ribbon: Home tab > Modify panel > Cleanup dropdown > Overkill.

Select objects (optional):
- To target specific areas, select the desired objects before starting the command.

- To apply it to the entire drawing, press <Enter> to proceed without selection. This will end the OVERKILL command and clean up the entire drawing base on the current settings.

If you selected some objects in a target area:

- The Delete Duplicate Objects dialog box appears.
- Tolerance: Adjust the tolerance value for detecting overlaps (default is 0.00000000).
- Ignore Object Property: Select these object properties to ignore them during comparison.
- Optimize segments within polylines: Check this to merge overlapping polyline segments.

Apply the command:
- Click OK to execute OVERKILL.
Review results:
- A message box indicates the number of objects deleted and/or modified.
- Visually inspect the drawing for any unintended changes.